Preview: Greensboro Swarm at Cleveland Charge

CLEVELAND (Interstat) — A clash of Eastern Conference contenders highlights the NBA G League slate Friday as the Greensboro Swarm visit the Cleveland Charge at Wolstein Center.

The Swarm (21-9) enter with the league’s best record, riding high after a dominant 126-103 victory over Windy City on Monday. Greensboro’s success is fueled by a potent offense that has scored 125 or more points in four of its last five wins.

Forward Tidjane Salaun has been a central figure, coming off a 25-point, 14-rebound performance against Windy City. He provides a versatile scoring and defensive presence for the conference leaders.

They face a surging Charge squad (18-11) that has won seven of its last nine games, including a 133-115 road win at College Park on Monday. Cleveland’s recent surge has been powered by center Norchad Omier, who is averaging a double-double and posted a 27-point, 17-rebound, 5-assist line in that victory. Omier has recorded a double-double in eight consecutive games, establishing himself as one of the G League’s most consistent interior forces.

The matchup in the frontcourt between Salaun and Omier will be pivotal. Greensboro’s depth, including contributors like P.J. Hall and Keyontae Johnson, will be tested by a Cleveland team that has found its rhythm offensively, topping 130 points twice in its last three outings.

This game is the first of a back-to-back set between the teams, with a rematch scheduled for Saturday night at the same venue. Friday’s contest offers Greensboro a chance to solidify its top standing, while Cleveland looks to continue its climb and close the gap in the standings with a statement win on its home floor.

Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. EST.